Liverpool are now seen as a real destination for a “phenomenal” player who hopes to shine at next summer’s World Cup.
Injury concerns for Liverpool ahead of Brentford clash
The Reds may have returned to winning ways at Eintracht Frankfurt in midweek, but they must show it was more than a flash in the pan against weak opposition.
Liverpool travel to Brentford in the Premier League on Saturday night in what could be a huge test, and the champions will be without some influential players.
Alisson is still missing in goal, his world-class presence a big loss, while Jérémie Frimpong is also permanently absent after injuring his hamstring in Frankfurt.
Ryan Gravenberch and Alexander Isak are also unlikely to be available for Liverpool’s trip to west London, so taking all three points away from a Brentford side with two wins in their last three matches will not be easy.
The Reds will continue to look for new signings, with a move for Marc Guehi expected to be on the agenda again, but he is not the only England international on the shopping list.
Liverpool, a viable destination for the English star
Talk to Team discussioninsider Dean Jones says Liverpool are now a “possible” destination for Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson.
“I don’t think Anderson would close the door on returning to Newcastle and there are no concerns about that in particular, but what makes me wonder is how likely it is with the other options he will have. At the moment, Man United, Liverpool and Man City all seem possible destinations for him and when those sorts of doors open, will he return to somewhere he has already played?
“As a player you surely always want to feel a sense of progression, so Newcastle will have to be in a very strong position if they want to fight to sign him and then win him. I have to say I don’t think Man United’s decision is as clear cut as some people seem to make it out to be.
“Although he is on their list, I feel like there are still reservations about whether he is the ideal match as a midfield partner for Bruno Fernandes. This is something they continue to explore.”
Anderson, who earns £40,000 a week, is enjoying the best period of his career, becoming a regular for England at the base of midfield alongside Declan Rice.
The 22-year-old plays with great confidence in front of the defence, but also shows an ability to get forward, with England team-mate Reece James recently calling him a “phenomenal” player.
Although Liverpool have no shortage of top quality midfield options, Wataru Endo could leave next year and Anderson would be a good option, especially if he continues on his current trajectory.
